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House wrap / Discussions

What is the proper location of a vapor barrier in a home in New York State?

...wrap, but we want to consider adding 1/2" or 1" polystyrene to the inside to prevent bridging.  Sheet is then applied to the polystyrene.     I do like closed c...

Posted by Michael Boice Jan. 15, 2022 Air and vapour barriers 2 responses

Is the ZIP Sheathing system better than house wrap?

...house wrap together, but you will save a lot in labor as you only need to tape the joints and it is complete, rather than circumnavigating your house a second t...

Posted by Fred Martens Dec. 18, 2021 Walls and Roofs 1 response

I have many issues with my house where should I start?

...house, then insulate the outside basement wall, to the roof, then re-side the house, and insulate roof.  Or insulate inside basement walls, and insulate the roo...

Posted by Bryan Squirrell Sept. 29, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

What type of Insulation can I use on the exterior of my home?

...house is currently covered with an old concrete type stucco that may be original? I was thinking a “bubble wrap” type product, strapping then siding. I’m second...

Posted by Scott Muller April 18, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 5 responses

Which type of exterior insulation to use on a house?

...house: Its' in Northern Ontario , Canada. Atikokan to be specific.  The house has a brick front (which I won't be adding insulation to) the other 3 sides a 2x4...

Posted by Trevor Marshand May 26, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

Which house wrap is best?

...house wrap is best, perforated or non perforated (like Tyvek).  Thank you Every exterior weather barrier house wrap like Tyvek is intended to be breathable and ...

Posted by Kathy Moller Aug. 2, 2020 Air and vapour barriers 1 response

What is the best material to use on top of plywood for water proofing?

...wrap, Liquid-applied WRB, Rigid Foam, Delta Dry etc. For help choosing a weather barrier for the exterior of a home see here – Choosing a house wrap, which is b...

Posted by Babak K July 27, 2020 Air and vapour barriers 3 responses

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